Summary
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides monthly benefits for around 42 million low- and no-income people in the U.S. SNAP payments are distributed at different times in November, depending on the state. Changes to SNAP's work requirements under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act will also take effect, affecting eligibility rules.
Key Facts
- SNAP helps about 42 million low- and no-income Americans buy groceries.
- Each state distributes SNAP benefits at different times each month.
- The One Big Beautiful Bill Act changes some SNAP work requirements.
- The age for SNAP work requirement exemptions increased from 59 to 65.
- Exemptions for parents or guardians now only apply to those with children under 14.
- Exemptions for homelessness and veterans have been removed.
- Some groups, like pregnant women and those unable to work due to conditions, remain exempt from certain requirements.
